Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cracker Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cracker Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cracker Trail Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cracker Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cracker Trail Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1211 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highlands School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cracker Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Cracker Trail Elementary School is ranked #1211 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cracker Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Cracker Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun 'n Lake Elementary School, Fred Wild Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cracker Trail Elementary School?
710 students attend Cracker Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cracker Trail Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cracker Trail Elementary School?
Cracker Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cracker Trail Elementary School offer ?
Cracker Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cracker Trail Elementary School part of?
Cracker Trail Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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